Technical Studies
Award: Associate of Applied Science Degree
Major: Technical Studies
Specialization: Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Possible occupations for graduates in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program include: manufacturing engineer, control and instrumentation technician, process controls engineer or electromechanical technician. This field of study also suggests career areas in management, supervision and Quality Assurance.
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Technical Studies with a specialization in Manufacturing Engineering Technology is designed to provide the technical skills and knowledge base required for those individuals who seek employment or professional development in the field of manufacturing automation. The knowledge and skills needed for success in this field or as a manager of an automated production process include a knowledge of CAD, material science, machine and process technology, basic electronics, digital and microprocessor electronics, instrumentation, PLC systems/programming as well as managerial courses in business, economics and Quality Assurance. The curriculum is structured not to require previous electrical or electronics experience, however these and other skills, will be reinforced through lab exercises as the student progresses through the curriculum.
Curriculum
First Semester
| Course No. | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DRF 111 | Technical Drawing I | 3 |
| ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 |
| or | ||
| ENG 137 | Communication Processes I | (3) |
| ETR 113 | DC and AC Fundamentals I | 4 |
| IND 165 | Principles of Industrial Technology I | 4 |
| MTH 103/163 | Applied Technical Math I/ Pre-calculus I a | 3 |
| 17 |
Second Semester
| Course No. | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ETR 114 | DC and AC Fundamentals II | 3 |
| HLT/PED | Health or Physical Education | 1 |
| IND 166 | Principles of Industrial Technology II | 4 |
| PHY 100 | Elements of Physics b | 4 |
| Social Science Elective c | 3 | |
| SDV | Student Development | 1 |
| 16 |
Third Semester
| Course No. | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ETR 273 | Computer Electronics I | 4 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective c | 3 | |
| IND 250 | Intro to Basic Computer-Integrated Manufacturing | 3 |
| MEC 111 | Materials for Industry | 3 |
| HLT/PED | Health and Physical Education | 1 |
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| 17 |
Fourth Semester
| Course No. | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ETR 237 | Industrial Electronics | 3 |
| ETR 274 | Computer Electronics II | 4 |
| IND 251 | Automated Manufacturing Systems | 4 |
| MEC 112 | Processes of Industry | 3 |
| EGR 206 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| 17 | ||
| Total credits required | 67 |
a Based on math placement testing.
b Students who wish to transfer may elect to take PHY 201-202 in lieu of this course.
c Please refer to the list of Humanities/Fine Arts and Social Science Electives that are approved to fulfil this requirement.
Automation in Manufacturing Engineering
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Purpose: to provide students with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary for employment or professional development in an automated manufacturing environment with focus on computer integrated manufacturing and sensor input/output process control systems. This career studies certificate prepares students for manufacturing occupations such as control technician, instrumentation technician, manufacturing technologist, electromechanical technician, and industrial technician. Upon completion of the career studies certificate, credits may be applied toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree with a concentration in Manufacturing Engineering Technology.
Curriculum
| Course No. | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IND 165 | Principles of Industrial Technology I | 4 |
| IND 166 | Principles of Industrial Technology II | 4 |
| DRF 111 | Technical Drawing I | 3 |
| ETR 113 | DC and AC Fundamentals I | 4 |
| IND 250 | Introduction to Basic Computer Integrated Manufacturing | 3 |
| ETR 114 | DC and AC Fundamentals II | 4 |
| ETR 237 | Industrial Electronics | 3 |
| IND 251 | Automated Manufacturing Systems | 4 |
| Total credits required | 29 |
Manufacturing Management and Productivity
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Purpose: to provide a broad overview of the three major areas involved in the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing facility, including economics and financial management, and human resource utilization. The completed career studies certificate will provide a foundation for those students seeking further study in the area of manufacturing management.
Curriculum
| Course No. | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BUS 270 | Interpersonal Dynamics in the Business Organization | 3 |
| EGR 206 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| Total credits required | 9 |